Role Overview
Join a focused healthcare initiative as an Inpatient Coding Auditor, working remotely with a flexible schedule. This role supports a Level 1 Trauma program through comprehensive coding audits over a 3–6 month period, with potential for extension. You'll play a key part in ensuring coding integrity, supporting clinical documentation improvements, and delivering actionable insights to leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform detailed audits of approximately 125 inpatient medical records, maintaining an average review pace of 1–1.5 charts per hour
- Apply standardized scoring methods, manage provider rebuttals, and compile a concise executive summary of audit outcomes
- Use 3M CAC to validate assigned codes, ensuring proper specificity and accurate reflection of patient acuity
- Identify patterns in coding discrepancies, error frequency, and missed diagnostic opportunities, then develop practical recommendations
- Collaborate with clinical and administrative leaders to review findings and support documentation improvement strategies
- Design and lead educational sessions—both group and individual—based on audit results to strengthen coding practices
Qualifications
- AHIMA certification as RHIT or CCS is required
- Hands-on experience auditing inpatient coding within a Level 1 Trauma center
- Familiarity with Meditech EHR systems
- Demonstrated ability to analyze audit data, spot trends, and prepare executive-level reports
- Proven track record in developing and delivering formal education on coding standards
Work Environment
This position is fully remote with a flexible schedule, allowing you to work part-time or full-time (minimum 20 hours per week). Assignments are clearly defined, and communication is consistent and direct. You’ll have access to dedicated support and a direct line to recruitment staff for any questions.
Compensation and Benefits
This role offers competitive pay and includes benefits such as paid time off, vacation pay, bonus opportunities, health insurance, and 401(k) access. Additional offerings include professional development funding, employee recognition programs, annual appreciation gifts, and enrollment in a recognized third-party leadership training curriculum.
